ASSISTANT ASSESSOR

The Town of Falmouth welcomes applications from experienced professionals to join our Assessing team as the full-time Assistant Assessor. The Assistant Assessor is an Assistant Division Head level position that assists the Director of Assessing in managing the Assessing Division of the Finance Department and ensuring accurate and fair property tax assessments that are vital to funding essential municipal services. This is a full-time, benefited position that works at the Falmouth Town Hall and in the field 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In addition to assisting the Director of Assessing with managing the personnel and operations of the six-person Assessing Division, the Assistant Assessor:

• Acts as the Director of Assessing in the Director’s absence;
• Performs technical, inspection, statistical analyses, and administrative work to assist the Director with municipal tax assessments in accordance with the directives, policies, and best practices of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and in compliance with state statutes;
• Reviews recertification revaluations, re-assessment plans, the classification of real property, and a variety of reports and lists, including classification tax allocation to the Property Tax Bureau;
• Analyzes new values and ensures that state timeframes are met;
• Views residential and commercial property, performs field measurements and inspections, and evaluates land and land changes;
• Reports property tax base growth and all changes in valuation and determines whether changes are permitted;
• Reviews tax abatement applications and adjusts values as necessary according to assessment principles and best practices;
• Interprets tax laws and regulations affecting property valuation and tax assessments for taxpayers;
• Prepares for and represents the Town at Appellate Tax Board (ATB) hearings;
• Performs statistical analyses using multiple programs and file types;
• Compiles and prepares documentation of methodologies;
• Performs all other related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in business management, finance, statistics, mathematics, or related field with courses in property assessment and three (3) to five (5) years of experience performing assessing/appraisal work for tax purposes; or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Must have a valid Massachusetts Class D driver’s license. Massachusetts Accredited Assessor (MAA) certification preferred or must obtain MAA certification within twelve (12) months of employment. Must maintain MAA certification throughout the Assistant Assessor appointment.

Expected Starting Range: Step 1 ($37.22/hour) – Step 7 ($47.09/hour), commensurate with qualifications and experience. Comprehensive benefits package, including 13 paid holidays per year; vacation/sick/personal paid time off; professional development opportunities; Town contribution of up to 75% of the cost of health insurance; cost-effective dental, vision, life insurance, and disability policy plans; enrollment in the Town’s defined benefit pension plan; and voluntary pre-tax and Roth 457(b) plans.

Preference Date to Apply: Monday, November 17, 2025 by 4:30 p.m. The position will remain open until filled, but candidates who apply by the above date and time will be given preference over later applications. Candidates are encouraged to upload a cover letter and resume with their application.

About the Town of Falmouth as an Employer: We are a people-oriented municipality that strives to provide a welcoming and supportive work culture, a professional and stable work environment, and opportunities for additional training and professional development. We are proud to offer competitive compensation , insurance , and other benefits , including enrollment in the Town's pension plan , and to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes applicants of all abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities. All applicants must have the ability to effectively work and interact with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, ages, and identities.